Chick-Fil-A Broward Mall

8000 W Broward Blvd Ste 5005, Plantation, FL 33388

American

Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show 11 inspections at Chick-Fil-A Broward Mall stretching back to 2023. On Mar 4, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “ice buildup in walk-in freezer”, which has been cited four times.

By comparison, the average Plantation facility scores 78, putting Chick-Fil-A Broward Mall on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 4, 2026

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink at the end of the cook line with a trash can blocking it making it inaccessible. Operator made sink accessible. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink with a plastic container stored in it. Operator removed item from handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket on top of the ice machine not stored inverted. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**

24-05-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

Oct 14, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at mop sink a splitter without a vacuum breaker.

29-34-4

Jul 8, 2025

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Live, small flying insects found -Observed 2 live flying insects landing on wall at mop sink . **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

35A-02-7

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. -Observed additional vacuum breaker needed on threaded hose Bibb at mop sink where splitter added.

29-42-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -Observed accumulation of grease buildup on wall at cookline areas.

36-27-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Observed heavy ice buildup inside walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

14-69-4

Jan 30, 2025

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -Observed 3 live flying insects landing on wall next to ice machine. Operator killed and sanitized areas. **Corrected On-Site**

35A-02-6

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Observed heavy ice buildup inside walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. -Observed accumulation of old foods underneath cooking equipment.

36-01-4

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -Observed bag with unwashed lemons stored over cheese in Traulsen refrigerator. Operator removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-17-4

Dec 11, 2024

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Hand wash sink next to Prepstation

31B-05-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

Oct 24, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 23, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 4 flying insects landing on shelf holding clean plastic pans in prep area. **Warning**

35A-02-6

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken; 41-45F - Cold Holding in reach in cooler in office area. Per operator, item has been out of temperature for approximately 2 hours. PIC placed chicken in walk-in freezer to rapid cool. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at hand wash sink in kitchen. **Warning**

31B-06-4

Mar 6, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Nov 15, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jun 22, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jan 9, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chick-Fil-A Broward Mall last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chick-Fil-A Broward Mall on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chick-Fil-A Broward Mall?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Chick-Fil-A Broward Mall.

How does Chick-Fil-A Broward Mall compare to other restaurants in Plantation?

Chick-Fil-A Broward Mall most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Plantation average of 78.

Has Chick-Fil-A Broward Mall's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chick-Fil-A Broward Mall have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Chick-Fil-A Broward Mall means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Chick-Fil-A Broward Mall inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Chick-Fil-A Broward Mall is inspected around three times per year on average.

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